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Summary

In the section “Numero Uno” it is described that Beli’s first encounters with Jack Pujos, the most popular boy at her school, took place only when she pretended not to see him and slammed into him. During the summer of her sophomore year of high school Beli blossoms into a woman’s body, developing the 35DDD breasts for which she becomes known. At first, Beli is frustrated and embarrassed by her body, but soon comes to realize that men are now attracted to her.

In the section “Hunt the Light Knight” Beli throws herself at Jack when the new school year begins. It is not until October when he breaks up with his girlfriend that he stops Beli in the hall, telling her that she is beautiful. Without much romance...